February 8, 2021 (ver 3.1.75)
Password Policy Change:
We have updated our password policy in regards to password strength. From now on:
- Students' passwords must contain at least 6 characters, and empty spaces are not allowed.
- Teachers' passwords must contain at least least 8 characters, of them 1 upper-case and 1 lower-case letter, 1 special character (such as !@#$%^&*) and 1 number.
This new policy is relevant to new users and to existing users upon clicking 'Reset Password'.
New Teacher Guides
Some of our course Teacher Guides have been upgraded to fancy new websites - no more clunky long PDF files! The new websites are easy to navigate, include better pictures, animated GIFs and links to various resources, and are even compatible with mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones! Check them out in the course notecard, under the "Teacher Guide" link.
Of course, if you are particularly attached to a PDF version of the Teacher's Guide which you've gotten to know, you can still see it by clicking the button on the new website's landing page:
Please note that the PDF version may no longer be up to date. We advise you to always use the website version as we keep it up to date more regularly.
Interface and Platform Updates:
- The Arm has been added to the HUD:
- Improved Security mechanism for CoderZ downloader - this new version follows all web security protocols. Note: if you had the old version of CoderZ Downloader installed on your PC, you will need to restart your PC after installing new software.
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Web ReCapcha Security -ReCapcha protection protocol has been added to our Login and Reset password pages.
If you want to report bugs or have any suggestions for features, activities or anything at all that you would like us to add in the future, please send them here: contactus@gocoderz.com
January 27, 2021
We had an amazing time with CoderZ League 2020 so our updates came short, but we are back and here to let you know about any updates... and there are many interesting features added!
Announcements:
CoderZ League - Sprint Challenge registration is open!
New features:
- We have added Import/Export buttons to the Simulation page. Users can now export an XML file of a code they have built. Users can also import an XML file of code they created in one mission, into a different mission in order to use an existing code. Check out the full article here.
- Join Class process - It is now possible to both login and sign up from the link teachers invited the students with.
- It is now possible to use Spanish accents in users' profile names.
Bug fixes:
- Course Settings - Teachers can now unlock packs for students. More info on course progress.
- Deactivated SSO student - Students using SSO who have been deactivated will now be shown properly as deactivated.
- Amazon Cyber Robotics Challenge - From now on, in order to join a class, a student must enter a school name in the registration process for Amazon warehouse course.
- Fixed an issue where users would get stuck in a loading screen upon starting the videos summing up sessions in 101 and 102.
Blocks and Code
- "Rotate to Degrees" block in CR101 - a but was fixed and from now on the code will proceed to work as coded.
- "Get Encoder" block in CR101 - the block used to return zero when it shouldn't - now fixed!
- Smart Blocks naming - It is no longer possible to create a Smart Block with the name "Main". This is in order to avoid bugs when running the code.
Interface and Platform Fixes:
- Best score - Upon completing a mission, users will now only see the best score earned and not the lower score earned.
- Videos after pressing "Next Activity" - Fixed an issue where clicking "next activity" in a mission that is before a video would video will be shown poorly.
- File removal - In Python/Java projects, it is now possible to remove files from the project.
If you want to report bugs or have any suggestions for features, activities or anything at all that you would like us to add in the future, please send them here: contactus@gocoderz.com
Course Updates:
- The Amazon Cyber Robotics course has been translated to Hindi for Indian users.
- Upon selecting a course on "Course Settings" , the page would begin to load infinitely. No more!
- Upon clicking "Forgot Password" on the login page, the page would start loading and wouldn't stop. Fixed!
- Expired courses will now be grayed out and unselectable.
- We fixed an issue with the "Feedback" font in different languages.
- The Knowledge Base button has moved from the Profile menu to the left-hand Navigation Menu:
CoderZ League:
Regions:
- We have moved some teams who were unassigned to the correct region into a proper region.
Simulation:
- We fixed an issue where the system showed as if students who were moved to a new team have 0 contributions.
- We fixed an issue where "Last Seen" would not update properly.
- We patched an exploit where upon falling down on Jungle Gym, the game wouldn't end and teams could keep getting more points.
- We fixed an issue in Battery Raid where batteries wouldn't grant the players any energy.
Interface:
- Games are now accessible via the "My Teams" tab on the Navigation Menu. By clicking on a picture of a game's challenge, users will now be rerouted to the game's pack for easier access.
- The "Leagues" button has been renamed to "Play League".
If you want to report bugs or have any suggestions for features, activities or anything at all that you would like us to add in the future, please send them here: contactus@gocoderz.com
Course Updates:
Amazon Cyber Robotics Challenge
- We received feedback that the camera angle is not very helpful when trying to complete some of the missions. We have added an explanation regarding control of the camera on activities that require the use of the mouse. This explanation will help users understand how to manipulate the camera angle to their advantage.
- We fixed an issue with texts to make them clearer.
- More minor bug fixes.
- Canadian French is now fully available for the course.
CoderZ League:
Lately we have been working hard on the content of the CoderZ League. The league, scheduled to begin on October 19th, is set to help students of all ages get into computer science by playing various exciting games against other students from schools all over the world. To see more details regarding the CoderZ League, please visit https://coderzleague.com/.
Registration:
- Users who registered to the CoderZ League will now be added to the Manager after successful payment.
- We have updated the confirmation email delivered to all users who sign up to CoderZ League.
- The School Admin activation link will now allow admins to add up to 10 teachers to the school staff. All teachers added by admin will get activation email.
- The School Admin activation link will now allow admins to divide the 240 students between teachers.
Content:
- The Amazon Cyber Robotics Challenge course is added to all users of CoderZ League.
- Both CoderZ League Pro and CoderZ League Junior have been added to our website and will be available from the League's start, scheduled to October 19th 2020.
- The CoderZ League website has undergone a major update and now has much more information regarding the League's structure, dates and much more. You can find the information at https://coderzleague.com/learn-more/.
If you want to report bugs or have any suggestions for features, activities or anything at all that you would like us to add in the future, please send them here: contactus@gocoderz.com
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Version 2.97.72 (April 22 2020)
Course Updates:
Python Gym Course
If you have recently checked out our Python Gym Course, we invite you to take a second look - we have some news for you! And if you haven't visited this course yet, don't let any more time pass you by. Come join us in this coding adventure!
Thanks to customer feedback and requests, our updated version of Python Gym provides a more structured learning experience for text-based programming. Even if it's your first time working with text-based code you can learn STEM through virtual robotics while programming in Python.
In this course, students will learn Computer Science, Engineering, Physics and Mathematics principles while programming their robot using Python.
Python Gym content overview:- Execution flow
- Loops: for, while
- Conditional statements - if-elif-else
- Math functions and operators
- Lists and Tuples
- Async function vs. sync function
- Defining functions
- Creation and handling of modules
- Efficiency in coding
- Code reuse
Physics
- Weight & Gravity
- Momentum
- Newton’s 3rd Law
- Friction
- The relationship between power, acceleration & speed
Engineering
- Navigation with 2-motor drive
- Sensors: gyro, encoders, color
- Open-loop control VS closed-loop control
- 2-state controller
- P-controller
- Overshoot
Mathematics
- Unit conversion
- 3D coordinate systems
- Pythagorean Theorem
- Angles
The CoderZ Adventure Course
This new lightweight course will empower teachers to teach their students the basics of coding and robotics, an exciting interdisciplinary STEM field, while enabling students to learn and practice coding, robotics, and math. No prior knowledge needed!
Platform Updates / Bug Fixes:
- Explore Mode has been revamped and offers several new features. Check out the full article to read about each one!
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- Distance Measuring Tool
- Angle Measuring Tool
- Manual Control
Note: the old Manual control button has been removed from simulation pane in all but the Cyber Robotics 101 course. - Restore Last Position
- Time Scale
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- A small screen has been added in the bottom-left corner of the simulation pane. Clicking it toggles between a bird's-eye view and a standard mission view.
- We have implemented upgraded graphics engine to improve simulation.
- Camera behavior bugs have been fixed, and new view angles added.
- Introduction tours have been added for new users. They are available on the main page of the CoderZ Platform (the Learning Center), by clicking the star icon next to your name and badges.
- Projects - now you can choose between EV3 and Ruby as your robot for a new project:
As well as Python for your preferred coding mode (available if you have chosen Ruby as your robot)
Another neat addition is the new Cube World playground. Try it out!
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are: contactus@gocoderz.com
- Course Progress - now you can choose how missions become available to your students:
- Google SSO - sign in/login with Google
- ClassLink SSO - sign in/login with ClassLink
- Coding Robots course has been revamped and is now called 'Coding Robots 2.0', featuring enhanced and improved missions, as well as lesson plans embedded seamlessly in the platform.
- Cyber Robotics 101 lesson plans and teacher’s guide now available in Spanish and Hebrew as well.
- Our new course Cyber Robotics 102 is now available, featuring the fancy new Ruby Robot and new Blockly commands, a physically accurate environment and over 15 hours of content, including embedded interactive lesson plans and a detailed teacher’s guide.
- New lightweight simulation – now when you want to check your code and run your simulation, it loads much faster!
- And in case the simulation still doesn't load on your computer, we've put up a new article with helpful tips on how to tackle the 'black screen' HERE.
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are: feedback@intelitek.com
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This release is mostly about housekeeping.
We cleared quite a few bugs and overall performance improvments.
Also,
CoderZ Crash course is now named Cyber Robotics 101, with more missions, more presentations, better pacing guides and much more. Get it out here.
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are: feedback@intelitek.com
- Google SSO
- New activity types to bring our curriculum into CoderZ
- Simulation performance optimizations
Smart Blocks are getting better and better:
- The bugs which caused Smart Blocks to reproduce, merge, augment, switch, scramble, shift or twitch are all a thing of the past. Think not? Let us know.
- Smart blocks Actions are in town, and they are here to stay. You can not Rename, Reset, Remove and Delete smart blocks using the options menu of the smart block
CoderZ Crash course is now named Cyber Robotics 101, with more missions, more presentations, better pacing guides and much more. Get it out here.
We also added a new hidden feature to make missions more challenging for our upcoming CRCC Finals. We can't say what exactly, but we're tempted to let a clue out :-)
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are: feedback@intelitek.com
- Google SSO
- New activity types to bring our curriculum into CoderZ
- Simulation performance optimizations
We're also working on new bugs, let us know if you notice them :-)
- Badges! Now your achievements will have a name and badge.
- Usernames appear on the heat-map.
- Smart Block bug fixes.
- Crash Course Teacher's guide was updated with more sessions, presentations and missions.
Coming soon...
- More badges!
- More missions!
- More FUN!
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are: feedback@intelitek.com
- General bug fixes.
- Smart Block bug fixes.
- More Org-admin options.
- Badges! Now your achievements will have a name and badge.
- Usernames appear on the heat-map.
- Smart Block bug fixes.
- Crash Course Teacher's guide was updated with more sessions, presentations and missions.
Coming soon...
- More badges!
- More missions!
- More FUN!
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are: feedback@intelitek.com
This is another big one...
Meet the Learning Center!
Until now missions were all gathered together in packs under the Mission Center. It was crowded, difficult to orient and let's face it -It was BAD! It had no fire, no energy, no nothing!
But there is more...
- Teachers can control student's progress in courses by locking/unlocking packs for students. Check it out
- Score progress bar to always see how well you are doing
Still to come
- Badges, so your achievements will have a name and a badge
- Access CoderZ teaching materials right from the Learning Center
- View and open projects of your students to get even more visibility into their progress
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
This is another small one...but important
Anonymous users (U13 without parental consent) can now be identified in heat maps by their guardian name. Those students will have a Guardian label attached in the student view.
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
This is another big one...
Heat maps and progress reports are here
Now teachers can actually track their student's progress with heat maps and more. Check it out in this short video.
Coming up:
- Courses hierarchy for mission packs
- Lock/unlock mission packs for your students
- Badges, so your achievements will have a name and a badge
- Score progress bar to always see how well you are doing
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
This is a big one...
Training missions are gone, long live the Crash Course
It's been a busy few months for us during which we improved the training missions, changed the flow and learning objectives based on your feedback and launched the Crash Course in beta. During the beta hundreds of students got to try out the new missions while the teachers got access to new teaching materials that makes up the Crash Course.
Crash Course is now available for everyone.
CoderZ is now secured
While you may not notice, CoderZ is finally secure (https). This means not only your connection is secure, but also faster. This has a few immediate implications, and few that are soon to follow:
First and foremost, we have a new robot downloader. It works separately from CoderZ and requires a one time quick installation. For more information read this.
Now with the support for secure connections we can move on to more interesting features such as single sign on.
There's more
We've also worked on other features as well
- CRCC admins can upload sponsors logos to leaderboards
- CoderZ managers can add additional information for org admins
- When org admin is created a welcome email is sent with on boarding info
- CRCC qualifiers score formula change
- Leader board timer can be unpaused
And don't worry, we also eliminated some pesky bugs.
Coming up:
- Heat maps and student progress reports (Coming early September)
- Badges, so your achievements will have a name and a badge
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
This release brings a few back end improvements including:
- Organization admins can be assign with mission packs (by CoderZ Admin)
- Organization admin can edit mission packs to their teachers (they get them all by default)
- Organization admins get an activation link to set password (instead of a default one)
- Organization admin dashboard now includes more data on users activity
- CRCC timers can be set by competition admin (and paused)
- Smart blocks bug fixes
- Other bugs fixed
Coming up:
- Smart block training missions
- Class and student progress heatmaps
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
This release is mostly about performance improvements including:
- Memory optimizations
- Improved loading times
- Bug fixes
Coming up:
- Smart block missions
- Class and student progress heatmaps
- Admin reports
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
Version 1.51.1449 (July 8, 2018)
Smart Blocks are HERE!
Smart Blocks are like sub routines, you can create your own smart block to include any code you like and add it to any other blockly project/mission.
We've also created a new profile page to make it east to manage your account.
There where also minor improvements and bug fixes such as:
- You can now copy the Java preview in Blockly project and paste it in Java projects
- Domino trail works again, sorry about that
Coming up:
- More Missions
- Inputs and outputs for Smart blocks
- Class progress heatmap
- Admin reports
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
- Improved loading time and overall performances
- User Interface improvements for setting passwords
- a whole lot of bug fixes
Coming soon:
- Smart blocks
- Redesigned profile
- Progress Reports
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
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Version 0.42.36.1359 (May, 28, 2018)
Get ready for some new and coolest loader and new exiting features:
- New Loader
- Option to receive notifications
- Site & simulation skeleton loader: When accessing the simulation page for the first time after opening the browser, simulation loader is displayed. Also, before blockly categories are loaded, a skeleton loader is displayed)
- Toaster notifications
- Time out Toaster notifications
- General bug fixes
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
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Version 42.36.1288 (May, 7, 2018)
Here is the list of the newest CoderZ features:
- New blocks added to simulation category - 1. Ultrasonic Beam, 2. Color Beam
- New block added to simulation category - Domino trail
- Link for Coding Robots lessons was added to Welcome page
- The Compare block and the Arithmetic block contain only one "0" block
- bug fixes
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
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Version 42.36.11162 (Feb 25, 2018)
This new release is minimal yet important, here are the details.
- Logging in takes you directly to missions center page
- New missions added - learn to use the Ultrasonic sensor
- Manual control improvements including new stick control (Just drag the circular handle)
- Added X1.5 speed (for those slow computers)
We also cleared some nasty bugs including:
- Class view filters needed work
- Wheel encoders counted 720 per revolution (turns out there are only 360 degrees in a circle - who knew?)
- Slow computers had issues with double speed
Coming up:
- More Missions
- Admin account (to manage multiple teacher accounts)
- Support for FTC Snapdragon robot
- Improvements to Profile page
- Tours on how to get started with class management and Coding Robots corriculum
- Functions in Blockly
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
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Version 42.36.1112 (Feb 7, 2018)
CoderZ 2018 is new and improved. It has been a while since we last updated CoderZ, mostly because we were working hard on our Cyber-Robotics Coding Competition in NH, NV, Israel, Paraguay and a few more coming.
Here are the highlights, hope the wait was worth it.
- Missions are now categorized, choose between Training missions, Coding Robots or try our Extra Challenges.
- Improved tours and tips for the training missions
- Camera angle starting position changes according to mission, to allow better view of the scene.
- New Comment block to make annotation of code easier.
- Class pages have been redesigned to make navigation and usage easier on the eye.
- Some missions now offer you to submit us with your rating and feedback - please do.
- New login page, make it easier to join a class, sign in or sign up.
- Don't beat yourself up -Skip Mission is now an option - only when you fail a mission.
- Use the force to turn on sensor rays in simulation. Or better, 'U' for ultrasonic and 'C' for Color sensor.
- Restart Mission is now available from the top tool bar (and from mission menu)
- Solutions to all Training Missions (Coding robots are next)
- Tip reminder - fail a mission too many times and the tip's light bulb icon will light up
- If your robot crashes or scratches something, sparks will come out
- Improved snapping action to blockly blocks
So many bugs and issues you may have never seen, or that drove you mad are now fixed, not to worry, we will probably added a few to replaces those we fixed.
Coming up:
- More Missions
- Admin account (to manage multiple teacher accounts)
- Support for FTC Snapdragon robot
- Improvements to Profile page
- Tours on how to get started with class management and Coding Robots corriculum
- Functions in Blockly
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
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Version 42.36.973 (December 17, 2017)
Higher performances, more features, less bugs
- New UI for the Missions Center, easier to find what you're looking for or jump straight into the action with the "Next Mission" button
- New get.Score and get.Time blocks under the simulation category to make things a little bit more interesting
- Missions now load faster
- Simulation now runs smoother even on weak computers (especially chrome books)
- New UI for the manual control
Coming up:
- Class leader board, so you can finally see who's the best and how well others are doing
- About 20 new missions
- New login experience
- Parental consent reminder
Want your feature requests or favorite bugs here?
Tell us what they are:feedback@intelitek.com
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Version 42.36.891 (November 20, 2017)
Here are the highlights:
- COPPA compliance for under 13 students
- Default values for many Blockly blocks
- New Robohash avatars
- Student deactivate/activate
- Hebrew support
We also fixed many bugs, some small, others nasty looking with antennas and fangs.
Coming up:
More missions, improved UI for mission center, new blocks and more
Have comments or suggestions? Join the discussion
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Version 42.30.757 (October 26, 2017)
This release will energize your robot
- Say goodbye to Nuts and Bolts. Your robot will now collect energy in the form of batteries. Watch out for the lightning bolts though, they'll shortcircuit your system.
- New missions introducing the Touch sensor, Repeat loops, Gyro sensor and more
- Score faster - the new container props will get your score high faster than a speeding bullet
- Less drag & drop for you all - default values for new blocks
- Solutions for many missions - open the mission menu to access our sample solution - available for some missions & only for teachers!
- Eternity is now - new Repeat Forever block
Coming up:
More languages are on the way, new missions, leaderboards, randomize trail color and more...
Have comments or suggestions? Join the discussion
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Version 42.32.721 (October 9, 2017)
Here is the list of the newest CoderZ features:
Main Highlights:
- EV3 Consistency and Gyro accuracy improvements
- Added repeat forever block
- New scene (Parking Lot 3)
- Bug fixes…
Have comments or suggestions? Join the discussion
Next releases will include a a brand new set of missions, class leader board, Student edit options (move, delete, password reset) and other fun stuff to make your STEM classes better than ever!
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Version 42.30.602 (September 3, 2017)
This release is short but packs a lot of value. Here is the list:
- You can now manually control your robot using the virtual controls, not just the keypads.
- Robot is way more consistent now, even on low spec PC. Time based drives are more accurate and repeatable than ever
- New Wait Until blocks allow you to pause the code until a sensor event has occurred. Using sensors just got way easier.
Have comments or suggestions? Join the discussion
Next releases will include a a brand new set of missions, class leader board, Student edit options (move, delete, password reset) and other fun stuff to make your STEM classes better than ever!
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Version 42.28.497 (July 26, 2017)
Exciting news for all teachers our there. Self registration is easier than ever.
When adding a new class, a unique class code will be displayed for the teacher. This code will allow students to self register without the need of a registration link. For more info click Here
We also add a few small features and bug fixes, such as:
- Random block now returns Int
- Variables no longer support Float, you can use Double instead. This makes the use of Variables to hold sensor values easier.
- Error messages no longer appear behind Tour messages.
Have comments or suggestions? Join the discussion
Next releases will include a a brand new set of missions, class leader board, Student edit options (move, delete, password reset) and other fun stuff to make your STEM classes better than ever!
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Version 42.28.468 (July 12, 2017)
Big surprise to all you EV3 fans. CoderZ now supports the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 robot educator model, in simulation as well. Go take a look - we think it looks AWESOME!
We did manage to add a few new features
- New streamlined, intuitive student invite system.
- Improvements to manual control + manual control over robot arm using (,) to lower the arm and (.) to lift it
- Blockly blocks list now close automatically
- Completely new steering system, making the robot more accurate and repeatable. You can now rely on encoder counts to control the distance the robot travels
We also managed to squeeze in some much needed fixes
- Improvements to spanish support including translation to a bunch of annoying error messages
- Resolved an issue causing simulation to do not load
- Touch sensor no longer detects the collectibles
- Mouse wheel no longer zooms blockly in/out
- Fixed an issue in which downloading a code to an EV3, makes the robot turn, when should go straight
- Over 100 small to medium size bugs that were roaming around....are no longer in sight :-)
Have comments or suggestions? Join the discussion
Next releases will include a new self-registration mechanism, more missions, leaderboard and additional language support
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Version 42.26.361 (May 24, 2017)
This version mostly focused on ironing out known issues, but we did manage to add a few new things including:
- Brand new and improved intro tour, guiding you through our Getting Started Missions.
- Major memory optimizations that improve load time and FPS but also reduce the chance to get "Running Low on Memory" issues
- You can now access our new Coding Robot Curriculum right under the Learn section of the home page
We also managed to squeeze in some much needed fixes
- Fixed an issue that prevented Blockly from loading on slow connections
- Links to more support articles from Blockly blocks help
- Zoom in simulation works flawlessly, even around the HUD
- You can now compare a sensor value with any value (Int, Double, Float)
- Full screen is now fuller, also Run/Stop simulation button is visible in Full screen
- Improvements to Declare Variable block
- Simulation Blocks can now be compiled without error
- Lejos only initializes sensors that are used in code, instead of all, which saves some time when running on the real robot
- More bugs & fixes to minor to mention :-)
Have comments or suggestions? Join the discussion
Next release will bring in support for a 2nd language. Guess which...
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Version 42.20.320 (May 10, 2017)
It has been a very busy few weeks and we've been hard at work to bring you many new features and fixes. Here are the highlights:
- Blockly categories can now be collapsed to leave you with more coding room. Isn't that great?
- Blockly can finally be zoomed in and out allowing you to see more (or less) of your code. You can also use the mouse scroller for quick zoom action
- More help, closer to home. Search our Help center from anywhere in CoderZ using the Help widget. Search our support articles or leave us a message
- New and improved Variable blocks making it easier to declare and use variables, while making it harder to make mistakes such as using a variable that was not declared yet
- In the HUD, Color Sensor Red & ColorID values have moved in together
- Timer has moved out (of the HUD) so it is always visible (when applicable)
- No more accidental block deletions! Backspace no longer deletes a block (you can still use the Delete key)
- New A-Mazing missions with all kinds of mazes
- Console auto hides works even better - thanks for the feedback
- TNT now goes BOOM!
- Lot's of minor and medium bug fixes
Have comments or suggestions? Join the discussion
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Version 42.96.277 (Lejos)
Another major release with a whole lot of fixes and new features to enjoy.
Don't worry though, we still have big plans like adding space to your working environment (don't tell, it's a surprise).
- New maze missions are waiting for your code
- Blockly now has Undo/Redo. You can also use Ctrl+Z/Shift+Ctrl+Z
- Completed missions now proudly carry the mark of Victory
- Console now Auto-Hides after 10 seconds of being inactive
- Improved "Download to Robot" process
- Subscription information such as expiration and remaining seats under profile
- New simulation minimize/maximize icons
- You can now log in using Enter, not just by clicking the button. How cool is that?
- "Program Running" shows up on the EV3 brick, instead of a blank screen
- Improved "Trail" blocks, with more colors for you to pick. get creative
General improvements to:
- Manual control
- Intro tour
- error handeling
- Profile menu
- Simulation loading process
- Mission completion relates now to time and score limitations
- Console messages
- Feedback
- More Help Center articles
There are also over 50 bugs, big and small we were able to solve but will not bother you with the details.
Known Issues:
- Older versions of chrome may impact the simulation screen size - update your Chrome browser to solve this issue
- Running Low on Memeory (Array Buffer Allocation) may occur on slow computers. We are working on memory optimizations but a browser restart usually solves the matter (for a while)
- Manual control may not work as expected if NumLock is presses or simulation is not the active window (click inside the simulation window, then try again)
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Version . 42.95 (Lejos)
Wow, with the new mission center, there is much to check out. The Mission Center is where it all happens. Try out different missions with completely new scenes and features including:
- Missions now have tips. Click on the light bulb icon to check them out
- Missions now have score. Collect nuts and bolts to score higher
We have also worked hard to bring improvements to the user experience and fix bugs. The main issues are:
- Download directly to the EV3 brick (on Win OS). Requires installation of the robot downloader tool
- Work space now looks cleaner with new icons and better UI
- Countless bugs, big & small. Literally countless. Lost count twice :-)
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ver. 39.43.11 (FTC)
This week we are bringing some very important updates and bug fixes including:
- New version check, so no need to clear clear or reload to access the latest version.
- Manual control of the robot is much better. Turn on the manual control with the new icon and use arrows to navigate around. Hold the Shift key down for extra power.
- Blockly blocks now have links to support articles. Right click on a block and choose "help". More support articles are in the works
- Evaluation licenses can now be automatically upgraded to a teacher account - provided you have a valid product key.
- Student invites work better (not perfect). Teachers get cc'd to all invites so registration links are available to teachers without support help.
- Manual control now works on Mac OS as well.
- Challenges have been removed due to incompatibility. We are working on alternatives to be available very soon.
More is coming next week, stay tuned!
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ver. 38.15 (FTC)
● Servo support for both simulation (pushbot gripper) and real robots
● Modern robotics IR Seeker support for real robots
● Set Telemetry block added to output blocks category and Java library
● Support for analog input and output (real robot of course)
● Configurator is finally customizable. Edit, Add or delete any object. Be caution, may render simulation useless.
● Support for Arm in simulation Bugs:
● Steering can finally accepts gamepad stick values in Java projects.
● Fixed a bug where the touch sensor block always returns true.
● Fixed a bug that caused the app to crash after deleting some elements in the configurator
● Lot’s of small design issues are out of the way, we have more on our to do list
● Additional minor annoying bugs that we’re happy to get rid of and never mention again General Improvements:
● Much needed facelift for the parking lot and Balloon scenes.
● Improved load time of simulation scenes. We are working hard to improve it even further.
● Play/Stop simulation works better, from both the simulation and the code toolbars
● Better zoom range in simulation
● ODS bar on pushbot is now located further to the front of the robot allowing faster response to changes in the surrounding.
● Changed tooltip of download to robot icon now it’s download APK ● Moved all simulation icons (including HUD) to top toolbar to allow more room for simulation
● Console show 5 lines of text now, instead of just 3
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